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Volatility and how to discover it for your market or instrument

June 26, 2020February 14, 2026 by David Coulling Comment Closed

Volatility and how to discover it for your market or instrument In this session from the US futures trading webclass Anna explains how to understand your market through the prism of volatility. https://youtu.be/DX_Xx9oo4SE 00:01 Webinar introduction and disclaimer 00:01 The speaker welcomes everyone to the webinar, apologizes for a brief audio issue, and points out the disclaimer displayed on the screen. They emphasize that trading involves significant risks and advise viewers not to use money they cannot afford to lose. The introduction also acknowledges first-time attendees. 00:32 Volume price analysis overview 00:32 The segment explains volume price analysis, which examines the relationship between price action and trading volume to determine the authenticity of market moves. Genuine moves are confirmed by volume, while anomalies often indicate potential pullbacks or reversals. The speaker also mentions an accompanying book that provides worked examples of this methodology for better understanding. 01:08 Book and methodology applicability 01:08 The speaker discusses a boxed set available on Amazon, primarily for Kindle, which includes versions for different markets like forex, stocks, indices,...

Beware of the session crossover trap

June 23, 2020February 14, 2026 by David Coulling Comment Closed

Beware of the session crossover trap For unwary forex traders there are many traps to fall into, and this is one of them as we see on the GBP/USD in the London forex trading session. https://youtu.be/ddWmqMEWX6Y 00:14 Overview of Cable and multiple time frames 00:14 The speaker confirms the screen is visible and explains their setup using multiple time frames on the trading platform, including 15-second, one-minute, five-minute, ten-minute, fifteen-minute, and daily charts. They note a recent steady upward movement in the last hour on the cable (GBP/USD) currency pair. 00:52 Importance of session crossover and London open volatility 00:52 The speaker emphasizes the significance of session crossover in trading, particularly around the London open. Entering a trade earlier in a session, such as during the European open, can yield profits, but traders should anticipate increased volatility, reversals, and volume spikes when transitioning into the London session. This pattern is consistent across many currency pairs due to London's status as the largest and most liquid market. The example uses NinjaTrader's...

The single currency in focus as European markets wait for PMI data

June 23, 2020February 14, 2026 by David Coulling Comment Closed

The single currency in focus as European markets wait for PMI data Focus in this session is on the euro as the single currency awaits the PMI date for France and Germany. https://youtu.be/xQAKuCc_pYo 00:00 Introduction and disclaimer 00:00 The webinar host welcomes attendees from various backgrounds, including Forex program students, Quantum users, and newcomers. Before beginning, the host highlights the importance of the disclaimer displayed on screen, reminding viewers that trading can be risky and complex. 00:34 Forex market technical analysis overview 00:34 The speaker advises never to use money you cannot afford to lose and introduces the session's focus on analyzing the forex market through volume price analysis (VPA). This methodology combines price action with volume to verify if market moves are genuine or anomalies, helping to avoid traps. Additionally, VPA incorporates support and resistance levels, candlestick patterns, and timing to anticipate market direction. The explanation will be demonstrated using charts. 01:33 Fundamental landscape and related markets 01:33 The discussion focuses on the forex market, emphasizing that mastering technical analysis is just the...

All sorts of traps for unwary forex traders!!

June 23, 2020February 14, 2026 by David Coulling Comment Closed

All sorts of traps for unwary forex traders!! For forex traders, there are many different traps waiting to be sprung, and in the London forex trading session this is yet another example, this time for the European fundamental news on the GBP/USD. https://youtu.be/4DOS5-a7dpk 00:10 Introduction to fast timeframe scalping 00:10 The speaker welcomes viewers and begins by discussing a fast 15-second trading timeframe they frequently use for scalping. They emphasize the value of using quick charts, such as a one-minute chart with NinjaTrader or a similar platform, especially when learning volume price analysis (VPA). The speaker highlights that fast charts allow traders to grasp lessons rapidly by observing market behavior closely, using the example of the London market open to illustrate these concepts. 01:17 Analyzing London open volume and price action 01:17 The discussion focuses on analyzing price action and volume during the London open, about 15 minutes into the session. The speaker highlights the importance of comparing volume and price within the same session to identify anomalies. They point...

Fundamental data takes a back seat as the pandemic continues to dominate so patience required!

June 23, 2020February 14, 2026 by David Coulling Comment Closed

Fundamental data takes a back seat as the pandemic continues to dominate so patience required! With markets remaining nervous as the pandemic continues to dominate and fundamentals take a back seat, patience is required in these tricky market trading conditions. https://youtu.be/0fk3C9KbKOQ 00:12 Initial PMI data and market reaction 00:12 The speaker discusses monitoring recent market activity related to PMI data releases. They note that the first data set, a French PMI, was released quickly, but emphasize the German PMI at 8:30 as more important. The market reaction is positive, with 50 identified as a key inflection point. 00:47 Understanding PMI inflection point at 50 00:47 The speaker discusses analyzing fundamental data through graphical representations similar to market charts. They explain that a value above 50 indicates a well-performing market economy. The graph shows a sharp decline caused by the economic shutdowns due to the virus. 01:24 Context of unusual economic environment 01:24 The speaker discusses the unusual and abnormal context of the past two to three months, emphasizing that the environment has been far...

Learn how to search out the reversals using the currency strength indicator for NinjaTrader

June 16, 2020February 14, 2026 by David Coulling Comment Closed

Learn how to search out the reversals using the currency strength indicator for NinjaTrader In this session, we focus on the currency strength indicator for NinjaTrader and learn how to search them out, and in this example using the EUR/CAD. https://youtu.be/7szd3EifmGo 00:11 Introduction and microphone setup 00:11 The speaker adjusts their screen and microphone settings, ensuring the audience can hear clearly. They mention moving from one location to another for a change of scenery and note that they've been active since early morning around 6 o'clock, indicating a long day ahead. 00:47 Analyzing currency matrix and volatility 00:47 The speaker discusses Euro buying influenced partly by selling from Ozzy. They refer to a currency matrix with multiple timeframes—one, two, three, and five minutes—highlighting the faster timeframes and mentioning the London market open. The focus is on identifying volatility and potential traps in trading. 01:25 London open trap moves and reversals 01:25 The discussion focuses on market movements typically observed around the London open at eight o'clock. It explains that trap moves often develop in...

Trading success is all about levels and flow

June 12, 2020February 14, 2026 by David Coulling Comment Closed

Trading success is all about levels and flow Levels and flow define the areas of congestion, support, and resistance & finally accumulation and distribution using volume price analysis and the Quantum Trading tools and indicators. https://youtu.be/7urYunxWdNw 00:18 Using Renko and Camarillo levels for analysis 00:18 The speaker explains that by coincidence, Dave David picked up on the same market movements they had been analyzing using NQ charts. They mention using a combination of Renko charts and Camarillo levels to track strong price action over the day and week. Due to the intensity of the price movement, they had to use the slowest timeframe, the hourly chart, to identify a key level that the index is likely heading towards. 01:06 Indicator shows six levels and breakout 01:06 The speaker explains a program designed to identify six levels instead of the usual four within the camera protocol. Using a faster three-minute chart, they demonstrate that the indicator has already surpassed the sixth level (S6). They also reference a Renko chart to better...

Learn about proxy risk and currency pairs

June 12, 2020February 15, 2026 by David Coulling Comment Closed

Learn about proxy risk and currency pairs The AUD/JPY is a proxy risk currency pair which reveals much about sentiment in the broad markets. Discover why. https://youtu.be/netm9SMQLwo 00:15 Overview of news sources for trading data 00:15 The speaker discusses options for accessing news websites, highlighting both free and paid services. They mention several platforms such as Forex Live, Forex Flow, Investing.com, Reuters, and Bloomberg, noting that paid services like Reuters and Bloomberg can be expensive. They also talk about live news feeds available through some brokerage accounts like MT5 and Interactive Brokers, which offer free live data depending on the platform and the amount of data needed. 01:36 Aussie yen price and volume analysis 01:36 The speaker analyzes the Aussie yen currency pair on Forex, highlighting recent volatility driven by high trading volumes during a market plunge affecting emerging markets broadly. There was initial indecision followed by weakness and a downward move into a low-volume price region. This low volume area on the volume point of control suggests price could...

Looking to enter a a price waterfall? This is a classic candle

June 9, 2020February 15, 2026 by Anna Coulling Comment Closed

Looking to enter a price waterfall? This is a classic candle Looking to enter a a price waterfall? This is a classic candle to watch out for in this move. https://youtu.be/r3UsEEPlIR8 00:19 Microphone and audio issues resolved 00:19 The speaker confirms their microphone is working and greets the audience multiple times. They express uncertainty about a previous technical issue, noting that the screen was visible to some but there was no audio. The speaker thanks everyone warmly for their participation. 00:48 Starting analysis with multiple CSIs 00:48 The speaker notes a technical oddity where the microphone icon disappeared from the chat, emphasizing it was likely not caused by their actions. They express a lighthearted frustration with technology before shifting focus to discussing multiple CSI intervals, mentioning having them set at three, five, ten, and fifteen minutes. 01:18 Strong selling on British pound 01:18 The current market shows strong selling pressure on the British pound, indicated by a significant drop in the yellow line. There is also notable selling activity elsewhere, presenting multiple reversal opportunities....

Watch out for big moves ahead of the London open for forex markets

June 9, 2020February 15, 2026 by Anna Coulling Comment Closed

Watch out for big moves ahead of the London open for forex markets https://youtu.be/FuUgaD6b4ds 00:01 Introduction and disclaimer 00:01 The speaker begins by checking audio connectivity with the audience through the chat box. After a brief technical hiccup with the headset, the webinar officially starts with a welcome message. The speaker then draws attention to the disclaimer displayed on the screen, noting the inherent risks involved in training. 00:29 Overview of market conditions and pound aussie 00:29 The speaker advises against using money one cannot afford to lose and introduces the webinar's content. They highlight recent significant price action in the Pound versus the Australian Dollar, noting important market divergences and shifts in sentiment and risk perception. The discussion points to an inflection point in broader market dynamics, emphasizing the relevance for those familiar with the program. The segment concludes by focusing on the upcoming London market open and the notable price movements observed in this currency pair. 01:37 Volume price analysis and session crossovers 01:37 The speaker introduces the methodology of volume...